Bai, Xue
Summary: "Written from the perspective of children who observe the world through their windows, this book for young readers looks at the lives of housebound children during the coronavirus pandemic. Inspired by true events and people from around the world, "From My Window" shows children that we all have the same fears, and that we can overcome them by being creative and empathetic, and by staying...
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Publisher / Publication Date: United Nations Publications 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE BAISze, Gillian
Summary: High-contrast imagery and soothing verses combine in a bedtime story written as an Italian villanelle that depicts a young child who returns home after picking flowers in the moonlight, as nearby creatures and plants settle down for the evening.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2021
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Summary: A boy draws hearts and shows them to his family, learning a little bit about himself and about love along the way.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SZESze, Gillian
Summary: "When you ask me why your skin is brown, I will tell you that you are my favorite color. I will say that your skin was decided long, long ago. Time was just waiting for you. So begins a mother's celebration of her children's brown skin, told through warm and vivid poetry."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Philomel Books 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SZECopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE Social SzeFernandes, Eugenie
Summary: "Lucy is happy painting the color of laughter in her garden, but loses her way when she follows feedback from a series of animal critics. With wise encouragement from her cat, Lucy finds her authentic self in her work again and painting is rewarding once more."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pajama Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FERKeating, Jess
Summary: At 9 years old, Eugenie Clark developed an unexpected passion for sharks after a visit to the Battery Park Aquarium in New York City. At the time, sharks were seen as mindless killing machines, but Eugenie knew better and set out to prove it. Despite many obstacles in her path, Eugenie was able to study the creatures she loved so much. From her many discoveries to the shark-related myths she...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597.3 KEACopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: J 597.3 KeaYelchin, Eugene
Summary: "Across the barnyard, Pip the chick spots a new friend to play with--Pup! What will these pals get up to?"--Page [2] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Godwin Books/Henry Holt and Company 2018
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE YELWang, Ann Suk
Summary: "Every day, more and more people fleeing war in the north show up at Kyung Tak and her family's house on the southeastern shore of Korea. With nowhere else to go, the Taks' home is these migrants' last chance of refuge "before falling into the sea," and the household quickly becomes crowded, hot, and noisy. Then war sirens cry out over Kyung's city too, and her family and their guests take...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dial Books for Young Readers 2024
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Summary: Simple text and color photographs introduce children to different kinds of bugs.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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Heavenrich, Sue
Summary: Using "The House That Jack Built" rhyme scheme, a young girl plants a seed and follows its journey from sprout to vine to the final fruit which she then uses to bake a pie. Includes information on pumpkins and a pumpkin pie recipe.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sleeping Bear Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: JE Food HeavenrichCopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HEAMacartney, Sue
Summary: "A young blue-footed booby named Benjamin has a knack for finding "treasure" (human discards). When his discovery of a mirror causes him to become insecure about his body, Benjamin uses his collection to change his features. But his changes make it impossible to swim and fish and fly, and Benjamin realizes he's exactly the way he's meant to be."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pajama Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MACNicholson, Sue
Summary: "Snow White is one of the best players on the village soccer team. But the trouble is, she wants to score all the goals herself. How can she become a team player instead?" --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quarto Library 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE NICDeGennaro, Sue
Summary: Hooray! Today is a Happy Day. Some days are for ice-cream in the park, bubbles in the bath and big, bright bunches of balloons. Other days are for camping in the yard, splashing in the pond or skating down the path. But no matter what kind of day it is, there are always moments of happiness to be enjoyed. A book to celebrate the moments of happiness that each day brings.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little Hare Books, an imprint of Hardie Grant Children's Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE DEGFliess, Sue
Summary: "Sadie Sprocket is a girl with a big dream ... to go to Mars! No one has been to Mars (yet!), so of course that's where Sadie sets her sights. She learns everything she can about the planet and space, then assembles her crew of trusty stuffed animals. Together they build a rocket and prepare for the historic journey. And then finally ... blastoff!" -- Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Two Lions 2021
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Summary: Croc always rushes ahead with whatever she is doing, whether it is waiting for her turn or doing her sums; frequently things go wrong, and projects are messed up--but when her teacher explains the importance of patience, Croc resolves to do better.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Franklin Watts, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2022
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Summary: "On Mavin Road, there's no time for hellos or chats--until a lonely and mysterious cookie maker's gifts bring everyone together"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE LAWNicholson, Sue
Summary: Goldilocks is fed up with her little bother, Eddie, who's always following her around. But when Eddit breaks one of her precious pottery bears, will she learn to forgive him?
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quarto Library 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE NICFliess, Sue
Summary: Maggie and her team of marine biologists dive into the ocean with a pod of humpback whales to record their songs and learn about how whales communicate.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Albert Whitman & Company 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FLIJohnson, Nicole
Summary: Train-loving children who are ready to read will enjoy this new Step Into Reading Step 2 leveled reader based on the all-new Thomas & Friends animated series on Netflix.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2022
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN JOHDeGennaro, Sue
Summary: A shy boy becomes friends with an unusual girl after she suggests that he dress as a frog, but his frustration when they work on his costume chases her away.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE DEGFliess, Sue
Summary: Valentine's Day is all about showing kindness to the most important people in your life--and if you're caring and thoughtful, you can help Cupid spread love and happiness, too!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sky Pony Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FLINicholson, Sue
Summary: Beauty has a new pony named Flick, but having a pet is hard work and Beauty can be a bit lazy sometimes. Then one night, Flick runs away. Will he ever come back? --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quarto Library 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE NICTarsky, Sue
Summary: I went for a walk at the seashore today. I saw lots of pretty little seashells! 1 diving gray dolphin, 2 striped beach umbrellas, 3 leaping fishes and so much more. What a good walk I had! - back cover
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Publisher / Publication Date: Albert Whitman & Company 2019
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Summary: Taking readers back to the 1850s, this high-flying STEAM picture book introduces Mary Myers, aka "Carlotta," an aeronaut and inventor whose daring flights and careful scientific work improved hot air balloons and our understanding of flight, weather patterns and the atmosphere.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Calkins Creek, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers 2024